Participating in YoungStar

Participating in YoungStar

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Looking to participate in Youngstar for the first time? Maybe you're already participating and it's time to renew. No matter where you are in the process, YoungStar is here to help!

One of the first steps you need to take in order to participate in YoungStar is to fill out and submit a YoungStar contract. 

Why Should You Apply to Participate in YoungStar?

Wondering Why You Should Participate in YoungStar?

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YoungStar provides an opportunity for your program to improve its overall quality, while also improving the outcomes of the children in your care. YoungStar provides functional guidelines, comprehensive resources, and hands-on support to help your program make sensible changes that lead to improved quality.

YoungStar Campaign

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YoungStar Campaign

The YoungStar Campaign page provides the latest YoungStar campaign materials. You’ll find links to the YoungStar videos, radio spots and brochures. Connect with our media contact for additional information.

YoungStar for Providers

YoungStar for Providers

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The education and nurturing care you provide to children and families has a huge impact on their lives. Maintaining a safe, healthy space for children to learn and grow takes hard work and dedication. YoungStar is here to help every step of the way.

YoungStar Program

About YoungStar

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The care children receive at home and away from home couldn’t be more important.

Studies show that children who experience engaging, one-on-one activities in safe, healthy and nurturing learning environments have a better chance at lifelong success. They’re more likely to graduate from high school, less likely to engage in criminal activity or participate in special education programs. And they often earn higher wages throughout their lifetime.

YoungStar For Parents and Caregivers

YoungStar For Parents and Caregivers

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Making healthy child care choices for your kids—at home and away from home—can set the stage for their lifelong success. But choosing child care isn’t easy. Even with help from family and friends, finding the right child care program for your family can be hard.

YoungStar - Wisconsin's Child Care Quality Rating and Improvement System

YoungStar

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YoungStar is Wisconsin’s child care quality rating and improvement system. The program gives parents and caregivers the tools and information they need to give their kids a great start—and find quality child care that fits their needs. YoungStar also supports Wisconsin’s child care providers by offering resources, training, and technical assistance designed to enhance their quality of care.